Iranian naval commander Alireza Tangsiri killed in attack, Israel says
Al Jazeera • • world
Key Points:
- Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz announced that an Israeli air strike killed Alireza Tangsiri, commander of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps navy, along with other senior naval officers on Wednesday night.
- Katz described Tangsiri as responsible for mining and blocking the Strait of Hormuz, a strategically vital waterway, and said his assassination was a direct blow to Iran's naval operations.
- Since February 28, Israel has targeted multiple top Iranian officials in a coordinated campaign, including the recent killings of Brigadier General Gholamreza Soleimani and Intelligence Minister Esmail Khatib.
- Iran has suffered significant civilian casualties amid the conflict, with nearly 1,937 deaths and over 24,800 injuries reported, including many women and children, according to Iran’s Deputy Health Minister.
- Iran continues to restrict shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, charging fees for safe passage, though some tankers have been allowed through following regional diplomatic talks involving Malaysia, Iran, and Turkey.
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